Associate Director, Lead Program Manager

• About the

Role:

• Grade Level (for internal use):
• 12 •About the

Role:

• The Team:

• The S&P Global Enterprise Program Management Office and Process COE is a new and growing organization, created to foster and lead transformative change across the enterprise.

By establishing cohesive program governance and driving excellence in critical business processes, we ensure that organizational resources are strategically aligned with our overarching goals in technology, finance, people and strategy. Always modeling and fostering an enterprise mindset, we accelerate the way S&P Global operates at scale by strengthening alignment between our strategy and execution in support of value-driven business outcomes

• Responsibilities and Impact:

• As a Lead Program Manager, you will leverage your high-quality execution abilities, attention to detail, and strong program management and communication skills to build effective partnerships across the enterprise.

You will be responsible for the successful execution of multi-team, enterprise-wide initiatives that support the company's strategic direction. Your role will drive significant and measurable change, focusing on enhancing enterprise capabilities, enabling cross-divisional synergy, and accountability for shared delivery + Develop and oversee comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with governance structures. + Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects, including requirements gathering, success metrics monitoring, risk/issue management, dependencies, workflows, communications, and presentation material preparation. + Navigate complex stakeholder relationships, resolve conflicts, and manage the political aspects of stakeholder management. + Innovate business strategies, techniques, and tools to identify and overcome barriers to success. + Collaborate with colleagues across a global organization, providing strategic guidance and leadership. + Make independent project-related decisions with minimal guidance, demonstrating strategic foresight and initiative. + Proactively seek, document, and incorporate stakeholder and customer feedback to refine project plans. + Customize plans to best serve project needs, especially in sensitive projects or with sensitive data.

• Compensation/Benefits Information:

• (This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $125,000 to $160,000.

Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here (https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries/us) .

• What We're Looking For:

• Basic Required Qualifications:

• + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

+ 8+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably in a technical environment. + Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional project teams using standard tools (charter, project plan, RAID, RACI, process flow diagrams, communication plan, Standard Operating Procedures, change management plan, requirements assessment, control plan, meeting agendas and notes, etc.). + Strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively across all organizational levels. + Proactive, self-directed, and capable of thriving in a dynamic working environment. + Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills. + Ability to set priorities independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. + Ability to influence and negotiate across teams and leadership levels.

• Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• + PMP (Project Management Professional) certified + Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent agile certification + Have experience with Agile and SAFE frameworks, worked on projects using agile methods + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. + Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments and requirements. + Experience in a global, matrixed organization.
• What's In It For
• You?

• Our Mission:

• Advancing Essential Intelligence.

• Our People:

• We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective.

Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

• Our Values:

• Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
• Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

• Benefits:

• We take care of you, so you can take care of business.

We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

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Health & Wellness:

Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. +

Flexible Downtime:

Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. +

Continuous Learning:

Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. + Invest in

Your Future:

Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. +

Family Friendly Perks:

It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. + Beyond the

Basics:

From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

• Global Hiring and Opportunity at

S&P Global:

• At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions.

Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

• Recruitment Fraud Alert:

• If you receive an email from a spglobalind.

com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com . S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, "pre-employment training" or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here (https://www.spglobal.com/content/dam/spglobal/corporate/en/documents/careers/Corp\_0525-Recruitment-Fraud-Alert.pdf) .

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.

Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

• US Candidates Only:

• Know Your Rights:

  Workplace discrimination is illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)
• 20•Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), IFTECH202.

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• Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority
• Ratings
• (Strategic Workforce Planning)

• Job ID:

• 323511

• Posted On:

• 2026-05-13

• Location:

• Princeton, New Jersey, United States